The logistics industry is one of the most relied upon in the UK. Being an island, the country relies heavily on shipping products from all over the world, as well as up and down the country. Yet despite depending heavily on transportation and logistics, many businesses still don’t see the benefit of investing in such equipment when it comes to their own workforce.

Midland Pallet Trucks, a leading supplier of warehouse and logistics equipment, has highlighted the positive impacts such equipment has on businesses. And as a result, has urged managers and decision-makers to invest in reliable equipment within their business to ensure they can not only compete in the UK marketplace, but also in the world market.

“Refraining from investing in additional logistics equipment can have detrimental effects to businesses,” said Phil Chesworth, Director of Midland Pallet Trucks. “Quality equipment brings with it a huge amount of positive business impacts, including increased efficiency and greater employee satisfaction, and as a result, can increase profits – something all businesses are looking for.”

The term ‘logistics’ covers a whole range of equipment, however pallet trucks, forklifts and sack trucks are three of the main and most useful pieces of apparatus. Pallet trucks assist employers when it comes to manoeuvring stock and equipment, forklifts are multitaskers, aiding in lifting large or heavy items, while sack trucks fit into any work setting, reducing the strain when it comes to moving clumpy boxes.

Phil added, “There is a misconception that as a country which relies on import and export, businesses themselves don’t have to invest in their own equipment. However that is simply not the case. The importance of investing in their own equipment really cannot be underestimated for businesses – especially as the marketplace becomes more saturated, competition is heightened and online shopping puts an increased amount of pressure on turnaround times.”

Midland Pallet Trucks stocks one of the widest ranges of pallet trucks, stacker trucks, forklift truck accessories and other warehouse equipment. The company has a long history of supplying to a range of sectors and is one of the most well-respected firms in the industry. The team also prides itself on its customer service, so is always on-hand to help business who may be unsure about their next investment.